Number of deaths in Uganda today so far:
35
A person dies approximately every 132.28 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 238,399
Number of deaths per day: 653
Number of deaths per hour: 27
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Uganda according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaria | 19,271 |
| 2 | HIV/AIDS | 19,051 |
| 3 | Lower respiratory infections | 18,941 |
| 4 | Preterm birth complications | 15,170 |
| 5 | Tuberculosis | 15,105 |
| 6 | Stroke | 13,914 |
| 7 | Ischaemic heart disease | 9,888 |
| 8 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 9,488 |
| 9 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 8,863 |
| 10 | Road injury | 8,343 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Uganda?
The leading cause of death in Uganda is Malaria, approximately 19,271 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Uganda?
The top three causes of death in Uganda are Malaria, HIV/AIDS, and Lower respiratory infections.
How many people die from Malaria in Uganda each year?
Approximately 19,271 people die from Malaria in Uganda each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.